Renault Trucks has introduced its new urban truck, the D Wide Z.E. Low Entry Cab in Europe. The all-electric vehicle has a cab that helps improve waste collection operations. In addition, the design also better protects operators and vulnerable road…
Veterans into Logistics – a not for profit truck training organisation has named a vehicle after Fusilier Lee Rigby. The DAF CF85 was presented at an event attended by the Rigby family in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. In addition, armed forces…
Plans to decarbonise all forms of domestic transport – including HGVs – have been announced by the government. The transport decarbonisation plan will lead to cleaner air, said transport secretary, Grant Shapps. In addition, it will lead to healthier communities and…
An order for the first DAF CF Electric tractor units has been placed by Freight Systems Express Wales (FSEW). The Cardiff-based operator is adding two of the battery powered trucks to its fleet. FESW took the decision to go electric…
In some ways it seems like no time since MAN’s new truck generation was introduced. However, the revised range was actually unveiled in the pre-covid days of February 2020. Therefore, it is quite early for a refresh, but that is…
Prototype tyres from Continental designed for the new generation of battery-powered trucks have been revealed. The tyre manufacturer has been testing the new rubber on a truck from EV specialist Futuricum. Continental’s truck is based on a Volvo FH and…
Upgraded Renault models have arrived, after the French manufacturer presented the Range T, T High, C and K Evolution ranges. An online presentation detailed the changes to the existing lineup of heavy duty trucks. In addition, it featured testimonials of…
Truck drivers are facing up to having to work longer hours in a bid to prevent UK food shortages. As a result, from Monday, drivers can increase their daily limit from nine hours to 10. In addition, they have the…
With more and more battery-powered truck models appearing all the time, heavy duty EVs are on a charge. Now, three leading commercial vehicle manufacturers have announced plans for a charging network for the vehicles. Volvo Group, Daimler Truck and the…
A revamped range of Scania Euro 6 trucks will be available before the end of this year, says the manufacturer. The move will, according to Scania give ‘customers a better foundation for their decision-making’. Specifically, Scania’s Alexander Vlaskamp, is being…